How to play Pokémon and other Game Boy games on your iPhone

Apple finally updated its App Store guidelines to allow global developers to host retro game emulators on iOS. Now, you don’t need to jailbreak your iPhone or download any sketchy software — you can get a sophisticated emulator right in the palm of your hand for free on the App Store.

Apple Removes WhatsApp, Threads From China App Store on Government Orders

S INGAPORE—Apple removed WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China on Friday saying it was ordered to by the government, the latest example of censorship demands as China tightens internet controls. The iPhone maker said the company was told by China’s top internet regulator to remove the apps because of national security concerns.

The best iPhone emulators

While iPhones can now host emulators, it isn’t open season for retro games on your phone. Here is what you need to know about the new app store rules for games.